They are conveniently located in Downtown Seattle and apparently most of the positions they offer are in that area. The employees I've encountered are friendly and last year I got a position through them that ended up lasting from November to the end of March. It seems the assignments they get vary from something that lasts several days to ones that last months. A couple of nice benefits are the option to do direct deposit and ability to fax in your time card. In the several months that I worked through them, my paycheck was always deposited on time. read more

MBT is a 21st Century capitalist dumpster fire for the working class! Beware of this agency! After registering with MBT in 2021, [I was never offered work] out of nowhere, I was called for a call center position that was advertised as a fully remote FT temporary position. When I asked about the equipment set up, I was told it was a laptop, cell phone and monitor. When I went to pick up the equipment, it was twice as much as I expected and even worse; MBT and the client did not disclose that the equipment was not WIFI compatible! I was expected to hardwire into my router, or I could not work remotely. At no point during the initial job "pitch" from MBT, [or interview with the client], did anyone from MBT disclose the truth about having to physically hardwire into a router. It was only after I accepted the position that I found out the hardwire was required. This business should be closed immediately. It is unprofessional for any "owner" or recruiter to "bait and switch" candidates. The unethical and exploitative choice to purposely lie about the position was made at my expense and when I proved what I had been told through multiple emails, there was no accountability from anyone at MBT. Abusive business practices like MBT's directly harm working class people. When unethical employers like MBT waste the skills, experience, time, energy, money, and resources of the working class, they are taking legitimate job opportunities from the workers who need and deserve it the most. The working class depends on legitimate job opportunities to survive capitalism. Recruiters and "owners" who choose to lie about the conditions of employment, directly harm working class people and the choice to exploit workers during the fourth year of the pandemic is abusive , period. This business is corrupt, and, in my situation, the "owner" [one of three] allowed another "owner/recruiter" who caused this situation, to circumvent ALL accountability of having not disclosed that the position required a hardware set up. What job in 21st Century capitalism requires a hardwire set up from home?! Stay away from MBT. read more

I've done contract gigs (some through recruiters, some through temp agencies) for the past 4 years, and Molly Brown is the best agency I've ever worked with! I first applied with them in 2006 or 2007--and when I reapplied in 2017, I was surprised that they not only remembered me, but still had my old information from that long ago! They will listen to you when you tell them what you're looking for; will respect your preferences, including any deal-breakers or strong dislikes you may have; will follow through on interviews and checking back with you on roles that could be a good fit; and will take no for an answer if, for whatever reason, you can't take an assignment. They are also very quick to set up direct deposit, and responsive to any questions or concerns you may have while on an assignment. There have been a couple of times where I did have a question or concern--and Carrie or Emma responded either the same day or the next day. They really care about putting the right person into the right job. I got a call about a potential temp-to-hire opportunity and asked some questions about a couple of deal-breakers I had. It turned out that that particular job wasn't a fit (because of said deal-breakers), but Carrie was glad I'd asked the questions and totally cool with my having to pass on the opportunity. Carrie also completely understood when I turned down an interview for another assignment because the one I'd just accepted with another agency had higher hourly pay and a walking-distance commute--and agreed to check back with me in a month or two to see whether I was available again. She did--and I've been really happy with the quality of the assignments I've had through Molly Brown: the pay, the commute, the work environments and people I've worked with. I'd love to work with Carrie and Emma again--and if I could, I'd give Molly Brown a lot more than five stars! read more

I will be forever grateful to Molly Brown. They honestly changed my life! I quit my previous career of 7+ years, thinking it would be a piece of cake to find work afterwards. I was completely wrong, and spent months searching and searching for my new career to no avail. I was in a really dark place, and suddenly remembered working with temps from Molly Brown in a previous job. I reached out to them, and heard back immediately, and I am so thankful I did! I went in and met with Pat and Carrie. They are two of the most kind people on the face of the earth! I went through the testing, and met with Pat for an interview. I felt that this process helped them really get a sense of me and learn about my situation and what I wanted to do. Pat and Carrie are so caring and compassionate, and really work to find a good fit. I worked with Molly Brown for almost 5 months, and was so happy in my time with them. Molly Brown is an agency that really care about their temps. They are all about relationships and helping people gain placements in which they're successful, which really helps toward finding a career. This place has a huge heart. This was the only place that gave me hope in what became an otherwise hopeless situation for me, and I am so thankful for Pat, Carrie, Greg, and all of the folks in the Bellevue office as well! read more

I recently got a 4-month temp job through Molly Brown. I was a good employee, so the company I was working for wanted to hire me permanently after 2 months. What Molly Brown doesn't tell you is that they set up a contract with your employer, which obligates you to work a certain number of hours through Molly Brown before they allow your employer to hire you permanently. A reputable temp company would normally charge a fee to the employer to hire one of their temps, rather than placing that cost onto the employee through lower pay and delay in benefits. I had to work 2 more months as a temp, with Molly Brown getting a cut from every hour I worked, before this company would hire me. When I called Molly Brown to complain about this secret contract they had with my employer, they said I shouldn't complain because a lot of people were out of work and I should count myself lucky that I have a job at all. And when I said that it sounded fishy that there's a contract out there that spells out my working conditions that I'm not privy to, they said if I didn't like it I could quit. Here's the icing on the cake: I am hired at this company now. It's a union job and my union contract states that my employer isn't allowed to have temp employees for longer than 90 days. I'm going to have to file a grievance with my union, and Molly Brown is probably going to lose my employer as a client because of this. Talk about self-destructive business practices! read more

I wasn't pleased. Not only did it take them three days to respond to my inquiry (which is a LOT of time for someone who's unemployed), but the response I got was disheartening. I was informed of my "lack" of experience (despite being a master's degree candidate who's worked in several offices), and then told how arduous the process is because it takes THREE WHOLE HOURS to go through. (Yes, because three hours is just so much time when you're looking for a job... eye roll). It was clear to me that I was being discouraged from working with them, which is disappointing. Not friendly or inviting in the least. read more

This agency is the best staffing agency I have ever worked for. I went in on a Monday for an interview and had a job lined up the next day. I have now been hired on by the client they sent me out to work for. I submitted my direct deposit information on a Tuesday and had my first check deposited into my bank account three days later. How many other staffing agencies mail you out a Christmas card? If you are new to Seattle or are looking for a new career, check out Molly Brown Temps. read more

I'm sort of amazed. I'm with several other temp agencies. I did all the evaluations and tests which took me about three hours and they told me based on my scores they couldn't place me. The recruiter than told me that I lacked experience, and criticized my resume. She even mentioned in my interview that it was good that I was with these other agencies. I suppose that should have been a red flag right there. Not a very good start, and not extremely friendly either. read more

I have only been working with Molly Brown for a few weeks now, but so far am very impressed. The staff is very friendly and there to help you. I have been working with Pat and she is always available to chat about my job search and help me out. I am still unemployed but have confidence in the agency. Also a very convenient location. If you are new to the Seattle area, I definitely recommend checking Molly Brown Temps out! read more

Molly Brown is an amazing temp agency with a very dedicated staff, I highly recommend them. I was laid off in Jan. 2012 from my job of 5 years and started my own job hunt for the next several months. Initially, I was resistant to joining a temp agency, but even with my qualifications and experience, the job market is still pretty bad and very competitive. One of my friends from college, who started her job search 6 months after me had joined MB and was already getting sent out for assignments. She even got a temp-to-hire gig at FHCRC and SCCA. She said the staff was great and the pay was reasonable, so I decided to check them out. The evaluation and interview process is 3 hours because it covers a series of computer, computational, logic and reasoning tests: -Typing and 10 key speed -Computer skills test for MS Word, Excel and Outlook. -Sight checking for errors in numbers -Logic and reasoning These tests take a while, but some people finish them really fast. I remember the applicant next to me took half the time, but maybe she skipped some questions. After the skill assessment, one of the agents reviews your results and resume with you, inquiring about the areas of administrative work that you are interested in, or the industries you want to break into. They are very courteous, down to earth and REAL. My typing was decent, but my computer skills were excellent, especially Excel. A couple weeks after joining, I received my first assignment. It was data entry and paid more than unemployment. It was supposed to be a 2-3 day job, but the company kept me for the whole month. I had a smaller assignment after that. They informed me about a temp-to-hire position to was similar to type of job I was looking for. Unfortunately, I had vacation plans (and airline tickets purchased) for the week of the interviews. They negotiated with the client on both my initial and FOLLOW-UP interview to schedule around my vacation. My agent called me after the 2nd interview to find out how it went, because she was anxious to get an answer. I got the job. I've been working on contract for almost 3 months now. Due to the hiring policies, I am not eligible to be hired as a permanent yet, but my team treats me like a permanent. I referred a couple other friends to MB, but they didn't do as well. They could type faster than me, but they didn't have much skill in MS Office Suite, especially Excel. I use these programs all the time at my job, and have used Excel at every assignment I worked. The skills test is FREE by the way, and you are welcome to retest whenever you want. Also, you are encouraged to join other temp agencies, and you can transfer your test results to them-- you won't have to retake it again. This is an agency ran by real people who really care, not robots or corporate thieves looking to steal your money and waste your time. They can only meet you halfway though, and only reputable agencies will test your skills before sending you to their clients. But hey, don't just take my word for it, call them and ask lots of questions. The receptionist in Seattle and Bellevue are both very nice and helpful. read more

I've worked with several temp agencies over the years, and Molly Brown has been one of the best. I've only actually had two positions, through them, but both were temp to hire positions, where they set me up on the interview. Both times, I got the job. One thing to keep in mind with all temp agencies is that they like people who are persistent. If you send in a resume and just wait for a call back, expect not to get one. Wait a day or two to give them a chance to go over it, and give them a call and schedule an appointment to come in. They'll want to interview you, and conduct a typing and skills assessment. If you have any skills or special interests, be sure to tell them. My first job, I mentioned my vintage car hobby, and they said "Oh, we have a tool company that is looking for someone!" It was initially just a sales assistant job, but I was hired permanently, and quickly moved into a product development position. When that company went under and I was laid off, I was at the top of the pile, having been a successful placement in the past, and coming with good reviews from the previous client. I was unemployed for less than 6 weeks at the height of the 2008 recession, and I'm still with the company that they placed me with. If you're courteous but persistent and have a resume that shows off your skills, they'll find the best match they can. read more

I was invited to test and apply with Molly Brown within a few days of submitting my resume. The application in testing process took about 2 and 1/2 hours and the staff were great. I was immediately given the opportunity to talk with a staffing specialist and review my test scores. Staff were super and really seem to "get me" and my experience and where I might fit best. Within 3 days I had a placement perfect given what I had talked about wanting to do and the type of place I'd like to do it. Couldn't be happier with Molly Brown! read more

I was trying to connect with an employee there named Carrie and as much as she seemed to want to help, she didn't really. I told her I had a previous obligation of taking my mother to the dr, so she told me good luck and ended trying to help me find a job. Her lack of professionalism really does not thrill me because if I had to work with a person who was inconvenienced by me taking my 67yo mom to the doctor, well then she can go screw herself. Sorry you didn't get the signing bonus, Carrie. I know you were saving up for a soul. read more

I've worked with Molly Brown for years, both as a job-seeker and as a hiring manager and they have always been great. Don't let their small size fool you. They get to know everyone they work with, so they have a high rate of successful placements and an excellent reputation. read more

Molly Brown is by far the best temp agency that I've worked for in Seattle. Pat and Judy are fantastic! They're professional, communicate clearly, and are just very nice people to boot. They also communicate well with each other, too, so I always felt like everyone was organized and on the same page. I also found that the pay and quality of the assignments I received through Molly Brown were much better compared to other agencies I've worked with. This is one professional outfit! read more

Molly Brown is the best. The placement coordinators are not only fantastic at what they do and have loads of experience, they are also wonderful, helpful people and so easy to talk to. You don't get the feeling that this is just "a job" for them, but that they are truly energized by matching candidates with clients for the best fit. Of course placement may not happen instantly, they could be having a slow week or two. But in the end, the Molly Brown positions have been worth waiting for. Their clients are good to work for, and their payscale certainly seems better than most. Even if I forget to check in from week to week, I felt that they never forgot about me, but rather kept contacting me with jobs they felt I'd be a good candidate for. I can say nothing bad about Molly Brown, and in any of my temp-to-hire or strictly temporary positions. In this job market, I have struggled to get interviews on my own, but now I'm in a great temp-to-hire position thanks to Molly Brown's persistence, connections, and expertise! read more

I worked for Molly Brown in 2006 to 2007 and was impressed. Heidi at that time took a good care of us who's working at an insurance company at Bothell campus. read more

The team at Molly Brown are amazing! Pat and Carrie and the entire crew are professional, kind, organized and on it!

I drove up from the Bay Area to meet with them and try to get placed after finishing my degree out of state. They were impressed with my testing scores, and said they liked me. I didn't get placed in anything, and they never called me. I would check in every other week, then every other month, and then I gave up after getting a real job. I made every effort and was very courteous, and they ghosted me. This kind of behavior gives people from my town a reputation for being antisocial and passive, and I hate it. Don't rely on them. read more

Before moving across the country to Seattle, I visited several temp agencies including this one. I did their testing and interview evaluation, and based on my skills, was told that they had a job they could place me in. I was to return to my hometown for the holidays before moving in January, and they said to just call a week before my move date to re-confirm the assignment. I did so, assuming I would still have a job on moving, but was informed that the position wasn't available anymore. I then scrambled to find other work, and wound up temping with a different agency until I found a permanent job. read more

I was unemployed for four months before I decided to sign up with a temp agency. I had low expectations, so I was surprised when they called me in for an interview after only a couple days after submitting my resume. For the seven months I was with them, I was employed for six of them. On the days I wasn't employed they were always calling me with options. I would highly, highly recommend Molly Brown! read more

I have experienced both the good and bad from Molly Brown. Signed up, and within a week or so they called me for a job. It was temp to hire and I showed up and showed out. Learned the job and performed extremely well on that job and the company offered me full time. Had to pay MB's fee to get me and I worked my ass off at this company. Until someone who I casually dated years before lied about me on social media!!! From the jokes from some of the workers it might have been about pot??? I took and passed the mandatory drug test so was really shocked at how my boss, HR, coworkers and Molly Brown - keep this lie going. Everyone I met with in the downtown office was less than warm and very old school Seattle snobby!! I wouldn't trust them as professionals ever again. read more

Don't go there unless you're young and/or what they think is pretty. They'll let you know in very subtle, roundabout way you don't have the look they want. Then, no matter how impressive your background and skills they'll try to make you think you're not up to their high skill standards and aren't a competitive candidate. That's bull. And they'll do this no matter how well or professionally you're dressed or behave. It's an agency with an approach to employment stuck in the last century. Think about the secretaries on Mad Men. That's what they're trying to sell. read more

These guys are the best! They've never let me down, have placed me twice, their communication is wonderful. Very conviently located, jobs have been fun and rewarding. read more